Trail Running calendar near Troy 2025-2026

Tackle rugged singletrack and gravel loops at Camp Agapé in Fuquay Varina NC with technical terrain and serious elevation gain. Limited entries, cupless practices encouraged, and 100k runners may use a registered pacer.

Take on the Devil Makes Three trail races in Waxhaw NC on May 16, 2026 with a 50K three loop challenge or a single lap 10 mile option. Enjoy scenic technical trails, prairie and lake views, aid station support and a finisher medal.

Take on May Madness 50K near Hoffman NC on May 23, 2026, by running ten consecutive 5K laps with an hour between each for a true all day challenge. Rustic trails, a central aid station and free camping give it low key ultrarun vibes.

Run on private Monroe farmland: a 4.167 mile Back Yard Ultra loop each hour until one runner remains, or a single 4.167 mile Celebrity Fun Run for walkers and joggers. Expect intermediate trails, self supported laps, village camping and mus..

Wicked Root 50K in Lowell NC on June 13, 2026 offers a tough 50K and a fun 5K on rugged 10 mile loops with big climbs and well stocked aid stations. Finishers receive unique handcrafted medals from BlueGill Pottery.

Celebrate the 40th Ultimate Runner in Winston Salem on June 27, 2026, a single evening challenge of four track races plus a 5K cross country. Complete all five events to earn a finishing score, commemorative shirt, and car decal.

Rudolph's Revenge is a Christmas in July night 5K in Rock Hill benefiting the Northwestern High cross country team. Run a glow lit grass and track loop in costume, with chip timing, music, snacks and awards.

Hit twisty trails and climbs at Black Copperhead Sting in Belmont NC on August 15, 2026, with 50K, 25K or 5K loop options. Aid stations offer savory and sweet fuel and finishers earn a one of a kind handmade pottery medal.

Tackle 20, 40, or 50 mile trail ultras on a scenic 5 mile out and back loop at Sugg Farm in Holly Springs on September 12, 2026. Expect mulch, gravel and singletrack, hearty aid stations, finishers medals and limited entries that sell out f..

Run day or night at Hagan Stone Park in Carpe Diem Carpe Noctem, a Half Marathon and 10K on smooth marked trails with a moodier evening option. Complete both to link medals and take home a custom hoodie with post race food and photos.

Join the Donate Life NC Hero Run in Durham on Sept 13 for a family friendly 5K, 1 mile fun run or Sleep In Superhero option along the scenic American Tobacco Trail. Proceeds support organ, eye and tissue donation outreach.

Run rustic trails on a 50 acre horse ranch at Bit of Hope Ranch on Saturday October 10, with a certified 5K, a 2K walk, and a Half Pint kids run. A virtual 5K option welcomes every pace and family fun.

Run the scenic trails at Carvers Creek State Park on October 17, 2026 for the Deerfly Trail Race, offering 11K and 6K distances. Bring your dog for dedicated dog divisions and enjoy Heckler Brewing's support while backing the Fayetteville R..

Run the Triple Lakes Trail Race at Bur Mil Park, weaving scenic trails around Lake Brandt, Lake Townsend and Lake Jeanette. Choose marathon, half, 40 mile, relay, ruck or virtual entries and earn a custom finisher medal.

Take a chance at The Unforeseen, a dice determined trail race at Reedy Creek Nature Preserve on November 14. Loop the scenic 2.25 mile course until fate calls it quits, enjoy free photos and compete for a Damascus steel knife.

Celebrate Thanksgiving weekend on trails at Cane Creek Mountains with the Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon and 7.5 Mile. On site and virtual options, finishers gear and post race food await on scenic singletrack.